To compare the effectiveness of an in-house 3D-printed LLETZ simulator with a commercially available model in training for LLETZ procedures, specifically focusing on R0 resection rates and procedural quality.
Key Findings:
The in-house 3D-printed simulator led to higher R0 resection rates compared to the commercial model (p-value < 0.05).
Participants using the in-house simulator demonstrated superior procedural quality.
Early training with the in-house simulator may result in safer procedures and fewer incomplete excisions.
Interpretation:
The in-house simulator offers significant advantages in training for LLETZ procedures, potentially improving patient outcomes in cervical cancer management.
Limitations:
The study's evaluation was limited to specific cohorts, which may not represent all medical professionals, particularly those with varying levels of experience.
The realism of the simulator was assessed by participants with varying levels of experience, potentially skewing feedback.
Conclusion:
The in-house 3D-printed LLETZ simulator is a cost-effective alternative that enhances training outcomes compared to commercial models, suggesting a need for broader adoption in gynecological training programs.
by Anne Cathrine Scherer-Quenzer, Katharina Reinhart, Joachim Diessner, Anastasia Altides, Johanna Buechel, Bettina Blau-Schneider, Stephanie Tina Sauer, Barbara Deschler-Baier, Achim Woeckel, Matthias Kiesel
